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Medical Science · Bangladesh · 2022-04-15

Processing Time
126 days
Decision Date
2022-04-15
Location
Japan
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue her research on investigating the pathways that regulate healthy and cancerous cells. This work aims to develop new therapeutic drugs and organ transplant technologies, specifically focusing on identifying genetic markers associated with cancerous cell growth and proliferation.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research on cancer stem cells and leukemia is of the utmost importance to U.S. health and safety.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has over 14 years of experience and a record of highly cited publications and major funding.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to life-saving medical technologies outweigh the need for a labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (2 first-authored) and 170 citations demonstrating wide recognition. The petitioner has over 14 years of research experience and her work has received funding from major institutions like MEXT, MHLW, and NIBIOHN. Four expert recommendation letters further supported that her work meets the Dhanasar criteria.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Original Contributions

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A approved EB-2 NIW (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 126 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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